Football

We can still be better, says Crispin Chettri after qualifiers win

The Indian women's football team recorded their biggest win in an official AFC match on Monday, June 13, defeating Mongolia 13-0 in the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers -- marking the fourth-biggest victory in the team's history.

2025-06-24T15:08:10.880259+00:00 IST

Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers: India thrash Mongolia 13-0

This was India's biggest ever win in an AFC Women's Asian Cup (final round and qualifiers). Previously, the Blue Tigresses' 10-0 victories against Guam in 1997 and 2005 held the record.

2025-06-24T03:19:40.201980+00:00 IST

Gundogan brace powers Man City to 6-0 rout of Al Ain

Ilkay Gundogan struck twice as Manchester City cruised to a dominant 6-0 victory over Al Ain, booking their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup, as per Sky Sports.

2025-06-23T07:06:00.744717+00:00 IST

Real Madrid hold firm with 10 men to beat Pachuca

Ten-man Real Madrid overcame an early setback to secure a 3-1 win over Mexico's Pachuca, with Jude Bellingham opening the scoring in a commanding performance despite being a player down, as per Sky Sports.

2025-06-23T04:24:52.011483+00:00 IST

Tiri: Ever-reliable defender who defines ISL consistency

Jose Luis Espinosa Arroyo, also known as Tiri, has marked his name into the annals of the Indian Super League (ISL) as one of its most distinguished and dependable defenders, according to the official website of the ISL.

2025-06-23T03:55:24.476970+00:00 IST

Apuia Ralte: Evolution of ISL’s midfield engine

The central midfield role is a specialist position in football, and in the context of the Indian Super League (ISL), Lalengmawia Ralte's name naturally emerges among the most effective players to have mastered it, according to the official website of ISL.

2025-06-23T03:33:54.729863+00:00 IST

Mongolia, first obstacle in Blue Tigresses’ road to Australia

India's road to the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 and the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 will officially begin on Monday, June 23, 2025, when the Blue Tigresses take on Mongolia in the opening match of Group B of the Qualifiers at the 700th Anniversary of Chiang Mai Stadium, according to the official website of AIFF.

2025-06-23T02:40:58.589617+00:00 IST

Blue Tigresses ready for the road to AFC Women’s Asian Cup

India last made it to the AFC Women's Asian Cup in 2003. And when they hosted the tournament in 2022, a COVID outbreak in the team meant that India had to withdraw after only the first game and the results were declared void, as per the AIFF official website..

2025-06-22T08:18:53.566227+00:00 IST

India, Kyrgyz Republic play out a stalemate in U23 friendly

The India U23 national team played a goalless draw against Kyrgyz Republic at the Hisor Central Stadium, in Hisor, Tajikistan, on Saturday, as per the official website of All India Football Federation (AIFF).

2025-06-22T07:50:20.435697+00:00 IST

Suhail, from watching on sidelines to playing for India & MBSG

Suhail Bhat's rise from a ball boy to a national team player is nothing short of inspiring. Now, the young talent is living his dream at Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG), according to the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-06-22T03:51:32.636117+00:00 IST

Connor Shields, the lone bright spot in CFC's disappointing ISL

Chennaiyin FC's Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 campaign came to a disappointing end, no playoff berth, and a lowly 11th-place finish. Amid the frustration and fading hopes, one name stood out, Connor Shields, a rare bright spark in an otherwise forgettable season, as per the official website of ISL.

2025-06-22T03:14:35.641784+00:00 IST

Chelsea's Jackson apologises to fans after picking up red card

Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson apologised to fans for his reckless challenge on Flamengo's Ayrton Lucas, which resulted in his red card during their Club World Cup 3-1 defeat at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.

2025-06-21T12:26:33.431523+00:00 IST

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno signs 3-year contract extension

Nottingham Forest on Saturday announced a three-year contract extension of manager Nuno Espirito Santo ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.

2025-06-21T09:54:43.024298+00:00 IST

Chennaiyin FC bid farewell to Connor Shields

Indian Super League (ISL) club Chennaiyin FC (CFC) announced the departure of Connor Shields on Friday.

2025-06-21T03:10:21.855835+00:00 IST

Bhutia slams Kalyan Chaubey’s leadership; AIFF chief hits back

Former India football team captain Bhaichung Bhutia has launched a scathing attack on All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey, saying that "controversies, corruption charges, allegations" in the last two to three years have significantly damaged Indian football and that someone who will "work sincerely and honestly" to uplift Indian football should be brought in his place

2025-06-20T18:59:50.119784+00:00 IST

AIFF condoles demise of former Vice President Atuo Mezhür

The All India Football Federation condoles the death of former AIFF Vice President and Executive Committee member, Atuo Mezhur, who passed away earlier this week.

2025-06-19T10:53:29.975528+00:00 IST

FIFA Club World Cup: Real Madrid draw 1-1 with Al Hilal

Al Hilal tried to dominate their opponents right from the start, and a goal by Renan Lodi was ruled out for offside.

2025-06-19T03:46:53.782461+00:00 IST

FIFA Club World Cup: Manchester City kickstart campaign with win

Multi-time Premier League champions started with their two new signings, Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki, with their new skipper, Bernardo Silva, on the bench.

2025-06-19T03:11:30.384900+00:00 IST

Ten-man India U23s lose lead and match against Tajikistan

The India U23 men's national team suffered a 2-3 defeat at the hands of hosts Tajikistan, after being reduced to 10 men in a friendly match at the TALCO Arena, in Tursunzoda, Tajikistan, on Wednesday. The Blue Colts led 1-0 at half-time.

2025-06-18T18:00:20.343794+00:00 IST

Jorge Pereyra Diaz returns to Mumbai City

"Coming back to Mumbai City feels special. My first stint with the club brought some incredible memories, both on and off the pitch. The city, the fans, and the people at the club have always made me feel at home. I'm grateful for the trust they've shown in me again, and I'm ready to give everything for the badge," Diaz said.

2025-06-18T16:11:15.222402+00:00 IST